2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
